After a recent update, non of my wine/proton games work. They all give me the same error: "A D3D11 compatible GPU (Feature Level 11.0, Shader Model 5.0) is required to run the engine." "err: D3D11InternalCreateDevice: Failed to create D3D11 device"

openSUSE Tumbleweed Laptop with Intel iGPU + NVIDIA GTX 1660 Ti

Here's what I have tried so far: - Force reinstalling all nvidia, mesa, and vulkan packages - Running games with both prime-run and switcheroooctl - Tried different runners - Updated the system - Adding env variables to force proton/wine to use the NVIDIA GPU - Tried both Wayland (Hyprland), and X11 (i3)

I have no idea what to do. Everything was working just fine without any tinkering.

Here's a dump of some command outputs I think may be relevant.

``` ~ > uname -a
Linux machine 6.18.3-1-default #1 SMP PREEMPT_DYNAMIC Fri Jan 2 18:23:02 UTC 2026 (c68e342) x86_64 x86_64 x86_64 GNU/Linux

~ > lsmod | grep nvidia
nvidia_drm 147456 45 nvidia_modeset 1937408 14 nvidia_drm nvidia_uvm 3842048 0 drm_ttm_helper 16384 2 nvidia_drm nvidia 111595520 259 nvidia_uvm,nvidia_drm,nvidia_modeset i2c_nvidia_gpu 16384 0 i2c_ccgx_ucsi 12288 1 i2c_nvidia_gpu video 81920 2 ideapad_laptop,nvidia_modeset

~ > rpm -qa | grep -i nvidia
nvidia-driver-G06-kmp-default-580.119.02_k6.18.0_1-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-xconfig-580.119.02-2.1.x86_64 nvidia-compute-G06-32bit-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-compute-G06-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-common-G06-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-video-G06-32bit-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 openSUSE-repos-Tumbleweed-NVIDIA-20250728.9adc675-1.1.x86_64 libnvidia-egl-x111-32bit-1.0.5-1.1.x86_64 kernel-firmware-nvidia-20251018-1.1.noarch nvidia-userspace-meta-G06-580.119.02-26.1.x86_64 libnvidia-egl-wayland1-1.1.21-1.1.x86_64 libnvidia-gpucomp-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-gl-G06-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-compute-utils-G06-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-persistenced-580.119.02-2.1.x86_64 libnvidia-egl-x111-1.0.5-1.1.x86_64 libnvidia-egl-gbm1-32bit-1.1.2.1-1.1.x86_64 nvidia-gl-G06-32bit-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 nvidia-modprobe-580.119.02-21.1.x86_64 nvidia-video-G06-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 libnvidia-gpucomp-32bit-580.119.02-43.1.x86_64 libnvidia-egl-gbm1-1.1.2.1-1.1.x86_64 libnvidia-egl-wayland1-32bit-1.1.21-1.1.x86_64

~ > rpm -qa | grep -i vulkan
libvulkan1-1.4.335-1.1.x86_64 libvulkan1-32bit-1.4.335-1.1.x86_64 libvulkan_intel-32bit-25.3.3-1.1.x86_64 libvulkan_lvp-25.3.3-1.1.x86_64 libvulkan_radeon-32bit-25.3.3-1699.3.pm.2.x86_64 Mesa-vulkan-device-select-25.3.3-1.1.x86_64 vulkan-tools-32bit-1.4.335-1.1.x86_64 Mesa-vulkan-device-select-32bit-25.3.3-1.1.x86_64 vulkan-tools-1.4.335-1.1.x86_64 libgstvulkan-1_0-0-1.26.10-1.1.x86_64

~ > ls -l /usr/share/vulkan/icd.d
total 24 -rw-r--r--. 1 root root 182 Jan 2 13:46 intel_hasvk_icd.i686.json -rw-r--r--. 1 root root 176 Jan 2 13:46 intel_icd.i686.json -rw-r--r--. 1 root root 176 Jan 2 13:46 lvp_icd.x86_64.json -rw-r--r--. 1 root root 149 Dec 11 10:55 nvidia_icd.i686.json -rw-r--r--. 1 root root 151 Dec 11 10:55 nvidia_icd.x86_64.json -rw-r--r--. 1 root root 177 Jan 8 13:12 radeon_icd.i686.json

~ > cat /usr/share/vulkan/icd.d/nvidia_icd.x86_64.json

{ "file_format_version" : "1.0.1", "ICD": { "library_path": "/usr/lib64/libGLX_nvidia.so.0", "api_version" : "1.4.312" } }

~ > find /usr/lib64 -iname "libvulkan*"

/usr/lib64/libvulkan.so.1 /usr/lib64/libvulkan.so.1.4.335 /usr/lib64/libvulkan_lvp.so

~ > vulkaninfo | head -n 100

VULKANINFO

Vulkan Instance Version: 1.4.335

Instance Extensions: count = 25 VK_EXT_acquire_drm_display : extension revision 1 VK_EXT_acquire_xlib_display : extension revision 1 VK_EXT_debug_report : extension revision 10 VK_EXT_debug_utils : extension revision 2 VK_EXT_direct_mode_display : extension revision 1 VK_EXT_display_surface_counter : extension revision 1 VK_EXT_headless_surface : extension revision 1 VK_EXT_surface_maintenance1 : extension revision 1 VK_EXT_swapchain_colorspace : extension revision 5 VK_KHR_device_group_creation : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_display : extension revision 23 VK_KHR_external_fence_capabilities : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_external_memory_capabilities : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_external_semaphore_capabilities : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_get_display_properties2 : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_get_physical_device_properties2 : extension revision 2 VK_KHR_get_surface_capabilities2 : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_portability_enumeration : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_surface : extension revision 25 VK_KHR_surface_protected_capabilities : extension revision 1 VK_KHR_wayland_surface : extension revision 6 VK_KHR_xcb_surface : extension revision 6 VK_KHR_xlib_surface : extension revision 6 VK_LUNARG_direct_driver_loading : extension revision 1 VK_NV_display_stereo : extension revision 1 Layers: count = 7

VK_LAYER_MESA_device_select (Linux device selection layer) Vulkan version 1.4.303, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

VK_LAYER_NV_optimus (NVIDIA Optimus layer) Vulkan version 1.4.312, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

VK_LAYER_NV_present (NVIDIA GR2608 layer) Vulkan version 1.4.312, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

VK_LAYER_VALVE_steam_fossilize_32 (Steam Pipeline Caching Layer) Vulkan version 1.3.207, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

VK_LAYER_VALVE_steam_fossilize_64 (Steam Pipeline Caching Layer) Vulkan version 1.3.207, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

VK_LAYER_VALVE_steam_overlay_32 (Steam Overlay Layer) Vulkan version 1.3.207, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

VK_LAYER_VALVE_steam_overlay_64 (Steam Overlay Layer) Vulkan version 1.3.207, layer version 1: Layer Extensions: count = 0 Devices: count = 2 GPU id = 0 (NVIDIA GeForce GTX 1660 Ti) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

GPU id = 1 (llvmpipe (LLVM 21.1.7, 256 bits)) Layer-Device Extensions: count = 0

```

I'd really appreciate any help. Thanks

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I've grown tired of windows and decided to switch to linux. Tried out Mint for a few days (it's pretty cool but my games barely run on it) and now i'm tdying to install Bazzite. However after the GRUB (2.12) screen it goes black.

I know the monitor isnt the problem because i can see the cursor and if i drag it to tge upper left corner it shows a Desktop 1 and lets me add more.

After some 20ish minutes it shows me a lockscreen but as soon as i touch my mouse or keyboard it vanishes back into a black screen.

Fixes i've seen online and tried before:

• boot without gpu (nvidia)
• boot from usb directly into the motherboard
• boot with only one monitor
• remove as many peripherals as i can (only have mouse keyboard and monitor pluge in)

Specs: Cpu: ryzen 5 4600g Gpu: nvidia gtx 1650 Ram: 32gb ddr4 Motherboard: biostar b550mh 3.0 Storage: ssd and hdd 1tb each (bazzite on a 16gb usb stick)

Any help is greatly appreciated

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Anyone here tested the HORI Steering wheel on Linux? If yes, did force feedback work?

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Context:

I'm dual booting on a gaming laptop(intel I5 11400 and RTX 3050 TI 4GB) with both windows and Linux mint on my first ssd, on which i had windows before Linux due to me installing Linux last week.

The second drive is a 1tb ssd that is formatted in NTFS, i use it for general stuff(games and some photos, work related files,etc).

The version of Steam is not the flatpak version. And all games that i have installed wok on my machine in windows and have at least a gold status on ProtonDb

Problem

My steam games wont launch. Steam recognizes that the games i have installed from windows, updateds them, but when i launch them, it goes to starting the Vulkan shders(for a eternity) and then stops the games as soon as they launch. Even the ones that i have instaled from the Linux version of Steam wont boot.

I updated drivers, changed proton versions, verified files and even deleted pfx file.

PLS HELP

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I consider to give Linux another try for my PC, which I mostly use for gaming, but also for coding, office applications, etc. I'm somewhat familiar with Linux, because I've setup gaming servers which I've mostly managed via SSH.

I understand CachyOS seems to be a good fit for my use case.
I'm concerned about the compatibility of some of my peripherals and would love to hear from people who use the same hardware or can provide a general insight.

- AJAZZ AK680MAX Keyboard
- GameSir G7 SE Controller
- A UGREEN Video Capture Card
- HP OfficeJet 3832, which I only use for quick and dirty scans
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Afaik none of these products are officially supported on Linux.

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Hello everyone,

I am trying to install and make FSR4 run on Linux Mint. I have installed ProtonGE 10.28 with ProtonUP-QT, set ProtonGE globally in Steam and have these launch options enabled with Squad:

PROTON_FSR4_UPGRADE=1 PROTON_FSR4_INDICATOR=1 %command%

Unfortunately, there is no visible indicator that would tell me FSR4 is enabled so I guess something is missing.

Any advice?

Thanks in advance.

System:
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For some time now, I've been developing my free-to-play game, an RPG/strategy simulator about a Dark Lord/Lady trying to conquer/destroy a fantasy world using intrigue, corruption, dark magic, and brutal military force.

I am planning another major update, focusing primarily on the endgame. Players focused on direct conquest will have new ways to find loot—portals to crazy, Lovecraftian worlds, discovering new lands, and a magical slumber to wait for the rebirth of old enemies/the emergence of new ones (and seeing how the world changes in their absence). For players more interested in the less brutal side of world domination, the options for managing the territories of our empire will be expanded. Will you allow orcs to overrun Dark Elf cities? Will schools focus on training engineers for the army and economy, or on brainwashing them into blind obedience? Furthermore, I'm expanding the Dark Lord's interactions with other characters, including available romances. Of course, new content requires testing, and since, as usual, it's highly non-linear and dependent on player decisions (plus random generation), I can't test every combination myself.

That's why I'm seeking the help of testers. All you need to do is play once—one playthrough lasts about 1.5 hours (as I mentioned, the game is highly non-linear and is meant to be played multiple times, each time revealing a different story) and send me a short report (specifically, indicating if you've spotted any obvious bugs).

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Hi everyone, I'm having performance issues with two specific games on Debian. I installed CS2 and Assassin's Creed 2, but both feel like they are capped or stuttering around 60 FPS, even though I'm using a 120-180Hz monitor.

CS2 doesn't feel as smooth as it did on Windows 11; it feels sluggish. The same thing is happening with Assassin's Creed 2. I have already properly installed the Nvidia drivers, and other games like Hades run perfectly, just as they did on Windows.

What can I do to fix this? Any advice on configuration or optimization would be appreciated.

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Hytale arrives in very Early Access tomorrow with Native Linux support, and the future of it is looking incredible bright thanks to strong pre-orders.

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It was just a few days ago I was singing the praises of Linux here on reddit because I tried WoW and it was running WAY better on Linux...

Well, now it won't run at all.

I have been launching Bnet launcher using Faugus launcher just fine, then launching WoW through it just fine. Since yesterday night, WoW now just launches to a white or black screen, I hear the music, never get image. When I alt+F4, it shows the game screen (so it is able to present it), then it closes.

Fixes I've found through Google that aren't working:

• forcing the game to run in windowed mode

• forcing the game to run in d3d11 mode

• launching it through Steam or Lutris

Any advice? Yes I have done a complete reinstall...

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9700X
9070 XT
32gb DDR5 RAM
installed to NVME

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So, I'd like to know if there's ideally a software means to get that working, or if there's an adapter or worst case another dock that works.

Thanks in advance!

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A truly excellent point and click adventure game The Drifter is now more easily playable thanks to some official translations, and support for fan additions.

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DeckWrecking Pirates appears to have a fun blend of various features that fans of turn-based strategy games and deck-builders will no doubt appreciate.

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When running Tabletop Simulator with the Linux runtime on Wayland the game freezes when trying to open the file dialogue.

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Modern problems need modern solutions, however, and the trick is to force the app falling back to XWayland instead.

This can be done with Setting the WAYLAND_DISPLAY variable to empty. Just put

env WAYLAND_DISPLAY= %command%

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